Full - Time Occupational Therapist

OVERLANDPARK in; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Aggressive Wages: $40.00 - $50.00/hr

Daily Pay

Comprehensive Benefits: Medical,Dental

Vision and 401(k) plans

Paid time off and birthday holiday

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Supportive environment

Job summary

OVERLANDPARK Staff Occupational Therapist position involves evaluating and treating patients, communicating with families, physicians and other health team members, and maintaining documentation of services in medical records. In this role you will conduct in-services and training for facility staff on an ongoing basis.

You will supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants, record evaluations and progress notes, participate in discharge planning, and ensure compliance with state practice

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy; Masters/Doctorate preferred.
• Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the state; maintain licensure per state requirements.
• Proficient in computer systems and electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients within 24 hours or 1 business day of referral; document delays if needed.
• Develop treatment plans and obtain physician approval.
• Treat patients per physician plan and supervise assistants.
• Record evaluations, daily notes, weekly progress notes, and discharge documentation.
• Instruct families and nursing staff for discharge preparation and maintenance programs.
• Participate in discharge planning and related conferences and training.

Skills

Team communication

Reading procedures

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Master/Doctorate preferred

Tools

Casamba

Point Click Care

Job description

Full - Time Occupational Therapist (Healthcare)

General Purpose

The Staff Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats patients, communicates with families, physicians and other health team members and maintains documentation of services in the medical records. Conducts in-services and training for facility staff on an ongoing basis.

Essential Duties

• Evaluate patients within twenty-four (24) hours, or 1 business day of physician referral. If unable to complete evaluation in 24 hours, documentation in medical record clearly defines cause for delay.
• Develop effective treatment plan and obtain approval for services from referring physician.
• Treat patients per the physician treatment plan.
• Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
• Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants in direct patient care and patient related activities, following state practice act.
• Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problem and plans.
• Participate in Patient Care Conferences, Utilization Review meetings and Rehabilitation Conferences as needed.
• Participate in in-services training program for other staff in the facility.
• Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, recertification documentation, per Occupational Therapy Board State Practice Act and governmental and third party payer requirements.
• Record treatment changes per policy and procedures.
• Instruct patient's families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services.
• Participate in discharge planning.
• Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for patients to facilitate independence in mobility; i.e., braces, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats and grab bars.
• Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.
• Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff and professional colleagues.

Supervisory Requirements

Supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), aides and students.

Qualification

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, prefer graduates of Masters or Doctorate Program in Occupational Therapy.

Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Casamba and Point Click Care.

Language Skills

Ability to read technical procedures.

Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers and families.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems.

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the state.

Employee must meet continue education requirements per state practices.

Must maintain a license in good standing at all time with the state board.

Physical Demands

The essential functions of this position require the following physical abilities: Standing and /or walking very frequently. Sitting occasionally. Reaching with hands and arms frequently, pushing/pulling very frequently. Talking and /or hearing very frequently. Tasting and /or smelling very frequently. Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and or excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or excess of 20 pounds of force constant to move objects. Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling occasionally. Close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception in vision: ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Additional Information

Note: Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.

We value our team and offer:

• Aggressive Wages, $40.00 - $ 50.00 an hour depending on relevant experiences
• Daily Pay - options are available!
• Comprehensive Affordable Benefits: Medical (BCBS), dental, vision, and 401(k) plans.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off and your birthday as a paid holiday!
• Career Growth Opportunities: Tuition reimbursement and professional development to support your aspirations.
• A Positive Environment: A supportive workplace where your skills and contributions make a meaningful impact.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.